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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Sport</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;24</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Longitudinal Twin</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;2</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4-Stroke</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Liquid</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;8</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;DOHC</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;12.5:1</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Electric</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Manual</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;6</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;120/70 ZR17</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;190/55 ZR17</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;Dual Disc</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;56.3 / 1430</td>
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				<td valign='top'>&nbsp;4.1 / 15.5</td>
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		The first thing you will notice is this bike never stops pulling through all the gears. Come out of a corner in the wrong gear? No problem, just about every gear has enough power to hustle you back onto the straight ahead. I'm a pretty novice rider and this bike has definately given me the confidenc<span class="simple_review_box" >...</span><span class="expand_review_box" style="display:none;">e to ride. If the power is too much to handle, buy the 848, the handling is unbelievable and surpassed by none. It is solid around every corner, even with my hick-ups entering them now and again. Ride More, Ride Safe.</span>
		
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		<h5>1098S Owner</h5>
		<div class="date">By Michael(Owner),  May. 27, 2009</div>
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		<div class="date">By Mike(Enthusiast),  May. 20, 2009</div>
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		Not the best I've ever ridden. Power was good. But the comfort was not there. I would only go on short rides with this. Wouldn't think about long trips.
		
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2008 Ducati 1098 S

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2008 Ducati 1098 S pictures, prices, information, and specifications. Below is the information on the 2008 Ducati 1098 S. If you would like to get a quote on a new 2008 Ducati 1098 S use our Build Your Own tool, or Compare this bike to other Sport motorcycles.To view more specifications, visit our Detailed Specifications.
2008 Ducati 1098 S Specifications

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Model Type	Sport
BASE MSRP(US)	$20,995.00
Warranty	24
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Engine:
Engine Type	Longitudinal Twin
Cylinders	2
Engine Stroke	4-Stroke
Cooling	Liquid
Valves	8
Valves Per Cylinder	4
Valve Configuration	DOHC
Compression Ratio	12.5:1
Starter	Electric
Fuel Requirements	Premium
Fuel Type	Gas
Transmission:
Transmission Type	Manual
Number Of Speeds	6
Primary Drive (Rear Wheel)	Chain
Wheels & Tires:
Front Tire (Full Spec)	120/70 ZR17
Rear Tire (Full Spec)	190/55 ZR17
Brakes:
Front Brake Type	Dual Disc
Rear Brake Type	Disc
Technical Specifications:
Wheelbase (in/mm)	56.3 / 1430
Fuel Capacity (gal/l)	4.1 / 15.5
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By Ryan(Owner), Oct. 16, 2008
The first thing you will notice is this bike never stops pulling through all the gears. Come out of a corner in the wrong gear? No problem, just about every gear has enough power to hustle you back onto the straight ahead. I'm a pretty novice rider and this bike has definately given me the confidenc... Read Full Review
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By Michael(Owner), May. 27, 2009
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By Mike(Enthusiast), May. 20, 2009
Not the best I've ever ridden. Power was good. But the comfort was not there. I would only go on short rides with this. Wouldn't think about long trips. Read Full Review